Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch (C9300-48UXM-E) with UPOE+ and StackWise Virtual
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 C9300-48UXM-E is a high-performance 48-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise-grade networking solutions. As Cisco's leading stackable enterprise switching platform, it delivers exceptional security features, IoT compatibility, mobility support, and cloud integration capabilities. With 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth and flexible uplink architecture, this Layer 2 switch represents the industry's highest-density stacking solution.
Advanced Enterprise Network Features
The C9300-48UXM-E comes equipped with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting 10/100/1000Base-T connectivity. Its StackWise Virtual technology ensures flexible deployment with nonstop forwarding and stateful switchover (NSF/SSO), delivering a resilient sub-50-ms solution. The switch supports high-density Cisco Universal Power Over Ethernet (UPOE+) and PoE+ capabilities through its efficient Cisco StackPower architecture.
- 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with twisted pair support
- StackWise Virtual technology for enhanced reliability
- Redundant power supply support with 1100W consumption
- Layer 2 switching capabilities
- Rack-mountable design (1.7" x 17.5" x 17.5")
Software-Defined Access and Management
Built on the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane 2.0 (UADP 2.0) architecture, this switch features an x86 CPU architecture with expanded memory capacity for hosting containers and running third-party applications. The open Cisco IOS XE operating system offers advanced programmability and security features, making it ideal for IoT convergence and modern network requirements.
Physical Design and Power Specifications
The C9300-48UXM-E is designed for rack mounting, weighing approximately 17.03 lb. It supports dual power supplies for redundancy and delivers 1100W of power consumption. The compact form factor (1.7" height x 17.5" width x 17.5" depth) makes it suitable for various enterprise deployment scenarios while maintaining high performance and reliability.
Enterprise-Grade Network Management
This Catalyst switch supports comprehensive network management features, including:
- Simplified device deployment
- Unified management of wired and wireless networks
- Network virtualization and segmentation
- Group-based policies
- Context-based analytics
The Cisco Catalyst C9300-48UXM-E comes with a 1-year warranty, ensuring peace of mind for enterprise deployments.
